1988 Lexus LS vs. 1988 Renault 25
To start off, both 1988 Lexus LS and 1988 Renault 25 were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1988 Renault 25. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lexus LS weights approximately 635 kg more than 1988 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Lexus LS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Lexus LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Renault 25, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Lexus LS (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 25. (164 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 25. 1988 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1988 Renault 25 has manual transmission. 1988 Renault 25 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lexus LS | 1988 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Lexus | Renault |
| Model | LS | 25 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3969 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2730 mm |
